Good morning, Tyler.

The Women’s Center of East Texas and the East Texas Crisis Center are launching a podcast called Barrier Breakers: Building Communities and Connecting the Dots to raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault.

They have met twice a month in Kilgore since the end of January + they will invite community guests and talk about new laws to help survivors + the project aims to spark honest conversations in our area.

The SPCA of East Texas is hosting an adoptable pet event from April 7th to 13th at its Tyler center (3245 W.

Grande Blvd.) where five rescued animals, including a Labrador/Shepherd mix, a Chihuahua mix, a Dachshund mix, and two Domestic Shorthair mixes, are waiting for new homes. Each animal has been spayed/neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated, with some undergoing further treatment as needed.

A Smith County auto shop owner—Seferino Bautista-Renteria—was sentenced to 60 years in prison on Monday after he was convicted of fatally shooting 19-year-old Rawly 'Eli' Sanchez during a U-turn near his shop on Fourth of July last year.

At least three tornadoes hit East Texas over the past week, damaging trees, roofs, and a water bottling plant while injuring one person as an EF-1 tornado traveled more than 20 miles across Wood and Upshur Counties—storm surveys will finish later this week to show the full extent of the damage.

Tommy Brennan Comedy Show

6-10 p.m. — Rose City Comedy — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughs with Tommy Brennan, a Comedy Cellar regular featured on major comedy platforms.

Spring Soccer Kick-Off

9-11 a.m. — Tyler Indoor Sports Complex — Free sign-up — A spring soccer season for ages 3-18, welcoming all abilities and featuring team pictures.

Billie Jo Jones Live Concert

6-10 p.m. — Bass Pro Shops — Enjoy an evening with the rising star known for her hit singles.

Drifted Harmony at Manny's

6 PM – 12 AM — Manny's Tex-Mex Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating performance by singer-songwriters Heather Nikole Harper and Rylee Edel in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Earth Day Run GREEN 5K/10K/13.1

7:30-11:00 a.m. — Southside Park — Registration fee may apply — Celebrate the planet with a fun run on Earth Day while supporting local sustainability efforts.

Underwater Easter Egg Hunt

11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Tyler State Park — $6 entry fee for adults, free for kids — Dive into adventure as you hunt for Easter eggs underwater.

Hollytree Home Tour

1-3 p.m. — 6808 Cherryhill Drive, Tyler, TX — Free entry — Explore 15 homes for sale with photos and virtual tours alongside expert Compass agents.

Lee Mathis & the Brutally Handsome Live in Tyler

7-11 p.m. — The Grove Kitchen & Gardens — Check venue for entry fee — Experience the high-energy outlaw and traditional country music of Lee Mathis & the Brutally Handsome.

Jon Kott Band Live Performance

7 p.m. — Rick's On the Square — Check for admission — Enjoy a night filled with live music from the talented Jon Kott Band.

East Texas Small Business Expo 2025

3-8 p.m. — 309 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Tyler, TX — Free entry — Support local businesses and network with fellow entrepreneurs at this community-focused expo.